The fellowship is a twelve-month residency on Capitol Hill, running from January to December, with an optional 13th month the following January. Fellows work directly for a Member of Congress or Congressional Committee for the duration of their residency and may spend their time on technology-related issues like emerging technologies, AI and automation, election security, data privacy, encryption, cybersecurity or defense technology policy. Typical duties may include:

Briefing Members and staff about technology issues

Researching legislation

Preparing for hearings or markups

Meeting with stakeholder groups and building coalitions

TechCongress brings diverse tech talent, ideas and training to Congress and to build a practical and pragmatic understanding of Washington within the tech community.

When is the application deadline?

9th September, 2018 at 11:59pm EST.

Which countries are eligible for the scholarship?

International

Host Country:

USA

What is the category of this opportunity?

Fellowship

How do I know if I’m eligible?

Citizenship is not a requirement to apply. TechCongress is unable to assist with visa applications or renewals but anyone legally authorized to work in the United States through the duration of the fellowship and holding a US bank account is eligible to apply.

Applicants should:

Have experience working in or with technology, and the ability to convey complex technical subjects to less-technically savvy individuals.

Have some professional experience or be enrolled in or near completion of a graduate level program.

Have a strong desire help build the Congressional Innovations Fellows program. As part of the 2019 class, fellows should expect to give ongoing feedback about fellowship activities, rapidly prototype and help build the pipeline for technological expertise into Congress.

What are the selection criteria?

Fellows are selected by an independent selections board using criteria that includes:

Potential for leadership in technology policy

Professional achievements and technical ability.

Commitment to building a diverse and cross-sector technology policy ecosystem.

Potential for future growth and career advancement.

Interpersonal, communication and “tech-translation” skills.

Individual plans for incorporating the fellowship experience into specific career goals.

What are the benefits of the award?

The Congressional Innovation Fellowship provides a unique opportunity to change Congress by injecting desperately needed technological expertise into the Legislative Branch. Fellows receive competitive stipend and benefits during their nine month residency to ensure that they can achieve maximum impact.

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